Foundations for the Childbearing Years

The episode I know you’ve all been waiting for - the pelvic floor! It’s slowly making its way into becoming a common household name, but there is still work to do. Maybe you’ve never heard of the pelvic floor, maybe you were told all you need to do to help your pelvic floor is just do a bunch of kegels, maybe you’ve been having symptoms you didn’t even know could be connected to the pelvic floor, or maybe you’re a regular in your pelvic floor physical therapist’s office - either way, this epi...

In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Kinnsey to talk about something that would catch a lot of couples off guard—getting pregnant right away after getting married. For Kinnsey, that meant on the honeymoon. We talk about what that was like emotionally, spiritually, and practically—from the shock of the positive test to stepping into motherhood sooner than expected. We cover: What it was like to find out she was pregnant just weeks after the weddingHer emotional response and what helpe...

Is childbirth something to fear… or something to embrace with strength, purpose, and peace? In today’s episode of Foundations for the Childbearing Years, we’re shifting the narrative around childbirth — from cultural panic to biblical perspective. Whether you’re years away from labor or already planning for birth, this episode will help you think differently about what it means to bring life into the world. We’ll explore: The most common cultural messages about birth What Scripture revea...

In a culture that says “wait until you’re ready”, we’re taking a different route — one that’s shaped by Scripture and real-life wisdom. In this episode of Foundations for the Childbearing Years, we’re talking about why sooner might actually be better when it comes to having kids — not out of pressure or fear, but out of trust in God’s design and a long view of motherhood and legacy. You’ll hear: Why the Bible doesn’t treat children as a burden, but a blessing worth receiving How delayed ...

In this first episode, I’m sharing the story behind the podcast — starting with the birth of my first child and how it unexpectedly led me into the world of birth work. You’ll hear how that experience shaped me as a woman and mother and ultimately launched my journey as a doula, educator, and course creator. Whether you’re just beginning to think about children or already preparing for pregnancy, this episode will give you some of the heart and vision behind everything we’ll explore together ...